Planning The Town of Ninomiya Rey Waters Not far from Tokyo, Ninomiya is a small town filled with parks, temples, and shrines as well as plenty of outdoor activities.
Accommodation Kyoto Lodging Taxes to Increase From March 2026 Kim Bergström Mar 5, 2025 of overtourism, Kyoto’s municipal government is set to increase its lodging tax from March 2026, with the goal of managing the effects of overtourism and
Activities Nikko National Park Featured Nikko National Park is an important historic and cultural locale in Tochigi Prefecture, and it is this character which is placed to the fore beyond the
Culture Ise Grand Shrine Gary Luscombe Set within an ancient forest, pilgrims have been drawn by its mystery and spirituality for close 2,000 years.
Activities Cycling Courses in Wakayama Featured Known for its sacred sites and pilgrimage routes, Wakayama has over 800 kilometers of prime cycling roads to offer visitors a taste of fresh air and good
Food Okinawa Cooking at Yonner Food (Part 2) Alena Eckelmann This is your best option if you want to experience Okinawan cooking in a home setting and with a local who has almost 15 years of professional cooking
Accommodation Aizuya Inn Featured Very affordable private Japanese-style rooms in Tokyo. A nice, laid back and friendly budget hostel.
Food Ezumiya Michael B Perfect for both any sized group (a lone patron or a large party), Ezumiya offers flavors representative of all of Japan from Hokkaido to Okinawa.